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POLITICSSep 2Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez seeks to regain control over Ceuta crisisAs tensions remain high in the Spanish enclave, the government has announced a range of measures, including economic aid, emergency shelter and a visit from King Felipe VI. Yet Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez continues to face mounting criticism, even from within his own ranks.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSSep 2Protests in Spain over government's handling of Ceuta migrant crisisSpanish opposition parties accuse Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez of abandoning the residents of Ceuta.BBC World
POLITICSSep 2Spain government in disarray as conflicting reports swirl over Morocco’s role in CeutaThe crisis deepened Wednesday after a leaked report alleging Moroccan forces helped push migrants across the border blindsided the government. Madrid denies having ignored warnings of an imminent breach.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 2The poster with Sánchez's face that triggered the invasion: "Spain is close to closing the door on immigrant regularization. The deadline is July 30, 2026"El informe del Centro de Inmigración y Fronteras analiza la influencia que pudo tener el proceso de regularización emprendido por el Gobierno en la entrada masiva en Ceuta LeerEl Mundo
POLITICSSep 2Conservative and far-right MEPs rally against Spain’s government over Ceuta crisisLawmakers from the European People’s Party and Patriots for Europe are accusing Pedro Sánchez of abandoning the Spanish exclave, as a press report suggests the mass entry incident was guided by Moroccan security forces.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 2Spain calls for probe into reports government agency blamed Morocco for Ceuta migrant influxAlthough the vast majority of the around 70,000 migrants returned to Morocco within hours, thousands remain in Ceuta with many living rough on the streets.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSSep 2Spain sheds almost 163,000 jobs in August as unemployment climbsThe Spanish economy lost 162,840 jobs last month with 44,419 registering as unemployed. The drop represents the smallest decrease in August since the Covid-19 pandemic.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSSep 2Italy's Lottomatica to merge with Spain’s Cirsa in all-share dealItalian company Lottomatica plans to merge with Spain's Cirsa in an all-share deal. This represents a significant consolidation within the industry involving two European companies.Seeking Alpha Tech
WORLDSep 1Mafias use immigrants expelled from Ceuta to bring cocaine to Spain in drug boatsEl fenómeno evidencia la estrecha conexión entre las distintas actividades de las organizaciones criminales que operan a ambos lados del Estrecho LeerEl Mundo
BUSINESSSep 1Spain reduces current account surplus from 3 % to 2 . 3 % of GDPSpain's current account surplus has decreased from 3% to 2.3% of its Gross Domestic Product.thecorner.eu · Spain
BUSINESSSep 1First export ship departs Vizhinjam for SpainThe vessel, part of MSC’s Himalaya service, is expected to berth at Valencia in approximately 20 days.The Hindu
DISASTERSep 1Spain Records Over 5,000 Heat-Related Deaths Since June —InstituteChannels TV
BUSINESSSep 1Spain breaks tourism record: 58.1 million visitors by JulySpain welcomed 58.1 million foreign visitors between January and July, 4.6% more than a year ago. Tourist spending rose 7.8% to a record €82.05 billion.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 1Russia asks Spain for proof of its alleged involvement in the Ceuta crisis denounced by Sánchez: "Without facts, without materials backed by figures, dates and names, there is nothing to talk about""Cuando hay acusaciones debe haber hechos concretos que después requieren verificación. Y sólo después de esto se puede hablar sobre una acusación que, de alguna forma, pueda ser tomada en serio", dice la portavoz de Exteriores LeerEl Mundo
POLITICSSep 1Vivas calls for massive participation in tomorrow's rallies for Ceuta: "When a part of Spain is attacked, all of Spain is attacked and violated""Deben tenerlo muy claro quienes promovieron, organizaron o consintieron el asalto a nuestra frontera: Nunca abandonaremos", dice el presidente de la Ciudad Autónoma LeerEl Mundo
WORLDSep 1Murdoku and the adult activity book craze: the trend sweeping SpainActivity books for adults are booming, mixing puzzles, pop culture and mysteries. Their success, led by Murdoku, shows a hunger for screen-free fun and a playful workout for the mind.EuroNews [en]
WORLDAug 31Messi and the no-longer-so-secret plot of his first time with the National Team: the match that was hastily arranged so that Spain would not take the best of allJosé Pekerman discovered him in a youth match for Barcelona and received a response that cleared up any doubts: “I am very grateful to Barcelona, but I am Argentine.” Hugo Tocalli launched the operation and Omar Souto tracked down the family from a payphone in Monte Grande. On the 29th ofClarín
POLITICSAug 31Spain blames Israel, Russia for spreading disinformation during Ceuta crisisSpanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said there were signs Russia and Israel had spread the disinformation over Spain's migration policy that triggered last month's rush of migrants into Ceuta, but no evidence of Moroccan ​involvement. Both Israel and Russia have denied their involvement. Over 72,000 migrants ‌irregularly crossed from Morocco into the tiny Spanish territory between July 30 and 31 ⁠in an unprecedented surge. FRANCE 24's Sarah Morris tells us more.France 24 [en]
WORLDAug 31Europol museum theft alert reaches Spain's Villena a day after historic heistEuropol had warned three days before the assault of a rise in thefts of precious metals from European museums, but the alert reached the Villena Museum only the day after the treasure was plundered.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSAug 31Spain PM blames Russia, Israel for Ceuta migrant crisis’ disinformationSpanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said on Monday there were signs Russia and Israel had spread the disinformation over Spain’s migration policy that triggered last month’s rush of migrants into Ceuta, but no evidence of Moroccan involvement. Over 72,000 migrants irregularly crossed ‌from Morocco into the tiny Spanish territory between July 30 and 31 in an unprecedented surge at one of the European Union’s only two land borders with Africa, prompting alarm across the bloc. At least 100 people...South China Morning Post
DISASTERAug 31Spain records 5,232 heat-related deaths in 2026, the highest figure since 2015EuroNews [en]
POLITICSAug 31Italy extends Schengen suspension with SpainItaly's far-right government announced that it will continue to exclude Spanish nationals from the free movement agreement for another 15 days.DW News [en]
POLITICSAug 31Spain Sanchez says Russia , Israel spread disinformation on Ceuta crisisSpain's Sanchez alleges that Russia and Israel are disseminating disinformation related to the Ceuta crisis. This reveals accusations of foreign interference in a regional issue.yahoo.com · United States
POLITICSAug 31Italy keeps Schengen suspension with Spain in place for further 15 days over Ceuta tensionsThe Interior Ministry has announced a further 15-day suspension of Schengen with Madrid, after Matteo Piantedosi said the situation in Ceuta remains tense and "far from improved".EuroNews [en]